Description
Keto Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, low-carb bread rolls made with almond flour, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, and eggs. They are a perfect gluten-free and keto-friendly alternative to traditional dinner rolls, ideal for meals, sandwiches, or snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups almond flour
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Optional toppings: garlic powder, sesame seeds, everything bagel seasoning, fresh herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Microwave cream cheese and mozzarella in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
- Transfer melted cheese to a mixing bowl.
- Add almond flour, baking powder, egg, sour cream, xanthan gum, and salt.
- Mix until a thick dough forms.
- Lightly wet hands and divide dough into 8 equal portions.
- Shape into rolls and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Brush with melted butter immediately after baking.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Dough will be sticky due to melted cheese; wet hands help with shaping.
- Freshly shredded mozzarella gives a smoother texture.
- Do not substitute coconut flour directly as it will change texture.
- Brush with butter to keep rolls soft.
- Great for sandwiches or serving with soups.
- Can be flavored with herbs or garlic for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
